F19
Falcon
Earth Leakage / Insulation Fault
Oven repeatedly trips the household RCD or breaker when heating starts, error may be logged
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Element insulation breakdown to earth, Damaged wiring touching chassis, Moisture inside elements or wiring, Faulty mains filter
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: This involves potential electric shock risk. Isolate the oven and do not repeatedly reset a tripping RCD without finding the cause.
- Inspect elements: Check all Falcon oven and grill elements for visible damage. If an element trips the RCD only when heating, it may have internal insulation failure. Replace any suspect element.
- Check wiring harness: Look for wires pinched against sharp metal or with damaged insulation contacting the chassis. Repair with high-temperature cable and proper connectors.
- Test with insulation meter (megger): A qualified technician can test elements and wiring for leakage to earth. Replace any component with poor insulation resistance.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Falcon main oven heating element
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